Visit. Explore. Enjoy Minehead
Theres also lots of exciting and interesting places to visit around Minehead. Rooms & SuitesFood & Drink
Minehead is the gateway to Exmoor which was the first of Britain’s National Parks to gain the Dark Skies reserve status
There are several attractions easily accessible from the pub, The West Somerset Railway is within walking distance as is the Minehead Golf Course which is located at the opposite end of the beach front. You can walk up onto North hill on a path located just along from us at the harbour.
A short distance away is the medieval village of Dunster which has a magnificent castle now looked after by the National Trust and is a great day out for the family.
Bossington and Selworthy are both charming National Trust Villages a short journey away (around 5 miles) and Porlock village and Porlock Weir by the sea are also very popular places to visit.
About the pier
There were four landing stages, tollbooth and, later, a shelter. Steamers called on a regular basis.
The pier was removed in 1940 to allow nearby gun batteries a clear line of sight. Minehead was the only pier to be completely demolished during World War II. The owners, Campbells, were awarded £90,000 compensation. The money was used to improve their steamer fleet.
Minehead Pier 2000 Association was formed in the mid-1990s. They planned a new £5 million pier using millennium funding from the National Lottery. However, the funding application was rejected.
Great value carvery
Went for a carvery on Sunday lunchtime. Chef serving up was super friendly & we all enjoyed huge portion sizes! Pork, beef and turkey with all the trimmings and an extra jug of gravy. Good value at £14.50 per person .
Great value carvery
Went for a carvery on Sunday lunchtime. Chef serving up was super friendly & we all enjoyed huge portion sizes! Pork, beef and turkey with all the trimmings and an extra jug of gravy. Good value at £14.50 per person.
Lovely pub by the harbour
Had a walk from the Premier Inn where we were staying to the harbour. Found this little gem of a pub. Great friendly atmosphere, good food, not too pricey. Very nice pub. Welcoming people.
Lovely pub by the harbour
Had a walk from the Premier Inn where we were staying to the harbour. Found this little gem of a pub. Great friendly atmosphere, good food, not too pricey. Very nice pub. Welcoming people.
Absolutely fantastic food and staff, Brill experience from the moment we arrived. I would 100% recommend the old ship aground.
Absolutely fantastic food and staff, Brill experience from the moment we arrived. I would 100% recommend the old ship aground.
A great time every time
Fantastic evening in every way possible. Food delicious, staff attentive and friendly, decor creates a wonderful atmosphere. Hall and Woodhouse have smashed it when it comes to dining out, a great time every time.
A great time every time
Fantastic evening in every way possible. Food delicious, staff attentive and friendly, decor creates a wonderful atmosphere. Hall and Woodhouse have smashed it when it comes to dining out, a great time every time.
Fab place to eat
Thank goodness for The Old Ship Aground. Minehead has a lack of really good places to eat, but this place was lovely. Really good food and very good service.
Fab place to eat
Thank goodness for The Old Ship Aground. Minehead has a lack of really good places to eat, but this place was lovely. Really good food and very good service.
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